Randon Mormon Poll #16: Christmas Music

christmas-musicIt’s the most wonderful time of the year, for some people…at least those who really love Christmas music.

Are you someone who listens to Christmas music as early as Thanksgiving day, or are you more inclined to listen to Christmas music in small doses?

Now is your chance to tell the Bloggernacle exactly how you feel about Christmas music. Don’t be shy.

What are some of your favorite Christmas songs and who sings it best? Which Christmas music should be left off the playlist?

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The Church of Casual Saints

In the 25th chapter of Matthew is the parable of the ten virgins–five wise and five foolish. When reading the parable, substitute the word ‘casual’ in place of the word ‘foolish.’

Now, it is time for some personal introspection. Are there areas of the gospel where you have become casual? Do you recognize aspects of the gospel where your fellow saints have become casual? Is it in our dress, temple attendance, listening to our leaders, scripture study, prayers, etc.?

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Guest Post: Turnabout and Fair Play

The following is submitted by M* reader jimbob.

jimbob is a happily married father of two disturbingly good-looking boys.  He likes the movie “Condorman” and fancies himself a connoisseur of fine jellos.

During and after the political melee that was Prop. 8, I read several posts in the bloggernacle from faithful members who wanted to be clear that they could be members in good standing while arguing with the Church’s position on that referendum.  In essence, the argument was that one can oppose the Church’s stance on this divisive issue–sometimes vociferously–while still qualifying for a temple recommend.

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